Pooraka

The community is noticeably younger than the state average, with a typical age of 38. While the number of children under 15 is about the same as the national figure at 18.2%, the proportion of people in de facto relationships is well below the Australian average.

People born overseas make up 37.9% of the population, which is far above both the state and national figures. English and Australian are the most common ancestries, followed by Vietnamese, Italian, and Indian.

Language diversity is very high, with 39.5% of residents using a language other than English at home. This is far above the national figure, and consequently, the proportion of people who speak little or no English is well above the state and national averages.

Religious affiliation is more common here than in other areas; the proportion of people with no religion is far below the South Australian figure and well below the national average.

The proportion of adults with a bachelor degree or higher is well below the national figure at 16.8%. While 50.2% of residents completed Year 12, this is still well below the state and national averages.

Incomes are notably lower than in most other areas. The typical household earns $1,225 a week, which is well below the national figure, and the proportion of households earning $3,000 or more a week is far below the national average.

A higher than usual number of people need help with daily activities, at 7.4%. Mental health conditions are also more common here than in most other areas.

Volunteering is much lower in Pooraka than in other areas, at 10.9%, which is well below the national figure. Unpaid care for children is around the middle for its level.

First Nations households earn much lower incomes than most other areas, with a typical personal income of $414. Unemployment for this group is also well above the national average at 17.8%.

One-parent families are much more common here than in most areas, reaching 17.9%. A higher than usual 28.7% of people live alone.

Separate houses are very common, making up 85.7% of homes. While 29.5% of households rent, the typical weekly rent of $300 is well below the national figure.

Public transport access is a standout feature, with 55 stops in the area and a very short 2-minute walk to the nearest stop. However, the proportion of people working from home is far below the national average.

Recent overseas arrivals make up 13.9% of the population, which is much higher than in most similar areas.

The unemployment rate is 7.4%, which is a little above the state and national figures. Many residents work in health care and social assistance, or in retail trade.

Recorded offences are much higher than in most areas, with the highest rates seen in theft, property damage, and burglary.

While almost every home is within a short walk of public transport and a park, the area is far below the state average for access to groceries and health services within a 15-minute walk.